Medical Negligence Solicitors in Brighton
Fatal Medical Negligence
Dean Wilson's Medical Negligence team, are recognised as leading specialists in fatal medical negligence. In cases of unusual or suspicious deaths, our solicitors offer compassionate support, seeking justice and compensation for affected families during this difficult time.
Death As A Result Of Medical Negligence
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In cases of unusual or suspicious deaths, Dean Wilson's Compensation Solicitors specialise in fatal medical negligence claims. When a death isn't natural, the Coroner arranges an independent Pathologist's post mortem.
While claiming compensation may not be a priority during grief, prompt payment from a fatal injury claim can provide crucial financial assistance during this challenging time, especially for caring for a child who has lost a parent.
Our dedicated team pursues claims with empathy, recognising the complexities of seeking justice for families affected by medical negligence.
Death Caused By Medical Negligence
Compensation Solicitors
When someone dies from natural causes the attending doctor will normally certify the death so that it can be officially registered.
Sometimes, however, there may be unusual or suspicious circumstances surrounding the death. In these cases, where the death is not natural, it will be reported to the Coroner, who will arrange for a post mortem.
If there are allegations of medical negligence then the Coroner will arrange for an independent Pathologist to carry out the post mortem. If this investigation shows that the death was due to natural causes then the Coroner will issue a Death Certificate and no further action will be taken. However, if the results are less clear then the Coroner will arrange for an inquest to be held publicly where the family of the deceased or their legal representative is given the opportunity to ask questions of the witnesses and make submissions to the Coroner.
Our medical negligence solicitors pursue claims for the families of patients who die following negligent medical treatment or because of the absence of appropriate treatment. We represent families at inquests into deaths following medical negligence or personal injury. We fight hard on behalf of the families for justice and to obtain answers.
Fatal Medical Negligence Claims
Typical Cases
Our specialists can advise and assist with cases concerning:
- Death arising from surgical mistakes
- Death arising from GP negligence
- Death arising from medical mistakes
- Death arising from Accident & Emergency negligence
- Death arising from negligent psychiatric and mental health care
For further information please see Frequently Asked Questions about Clinical Negligence Claims. We do not charge for dealing with initial enquiries even if we do not take the claim on. This way you can be safe in the knowledge that you can receive expert legal advice about your complaint without committing to any obligations regarding fees. If we consider that you have a claim which is likely to be successful then we can offer you a “no win no fee” agreement.
If you would like to discuss a potential claim for negligence resulting in a death please fill out the form at the bottom of this page, or contact us on 01273 249200 for a free, no obligation discussion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Medical Neglience
It is deeply tragic when a loved one has died due to medical negligence. We diligently represent spouses, civil partners, descendants, parents and other family relations. If you were also a dependent of the deceased, you are also eligible to make a claim for loss of dependency.
Fatal medical negligence cases can arise from medical and surgical mistakes, negligence from your medical practitioners, and inattentive psychiatric and mental health care. If mistakes are found due to misdiagnosis, wrong treatment, surgery or poor aftercare and have led to a fatality, get in touch with us to help you through the legal process.
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